The Dailey Method

I have been doing yoga & Pilates for a LONG time (double digits!), I’m a Registered Yoga Teacher myself, and I am super picky about instructors & cue-​ing. I say that to be very clear about what a big deal 5 stars is for me. I adore TDM. I’ve never had a disappointing class or teacher, and I love the studio amenities. Lots of studios with this level of amenities aren’t worth the price tag, but you’ll get such quality instruction, it’d be worth it without the extras. The technique and alignments are wonderful, the teachers give great verbal and hands-​on instructions, and you’ll get a fantastic workout. Superlative.

I’ve tried out many barre classes. This is one of the best! I’ve left one other barre class extremely exhausted before, I’m talking the good exhausted, and this is how I felt when I left The Dailey Method! I know I got my money’s worth and most importantly an amazing workout!
They have classes all throughout the day, which works great for anyone’s schedule. I recommend Laurel’s class; she’s upbeat, she’s attentive as she goes around and corrects poses, and she provides motivation! For the 60 minutes of the class, we really worked out every part of the body, I was very impressed with the workout. We did legs, arms, core, butt, and abs. We used the perfect amount of fitness accessories such as bands, hand weights, and mats, not too many, yet still a variety.
I feel the studio is very clean and welcoming! I like the building and the neighborhood this particular one is in. I appreciate that the staff picks up your weights and cleans the mats for you! Every time I come to Chicago I go in for the Dailey Barre; wish there was one in Miami :)

The Dailey Method is just what I’ve been looking for. I’m so glad I stumbled upon it with my girlfriend. We decided to do the new client monthly unlimited pass. It was only $ 75 — a great deal!
The classes are definitely a tough workout. I find many times that my legs are shaking throughout the exercises. But that’s a great thing, as I know that the classes are challenging my strength.
The instructors are very nice! They all make sure to introduce themselves to anyone new in the class. They also will modify any moves that are difficult to people. I recently had knee surgery so I find myself needing modifications and assistance since I still haven’t gotten all of my strength back. I feel like these classes are helping me way more than my physical therapy ever did.

Classes are fine, but giving this place poor review based entirely on cleanliness. Unlike other studios, students aren’t required to wipe down mats and other equipment after use. I’d like to think that staff is cleaning equipment between classes but I haven’t seen them do so and have serious doubts.
Also the floor is filthy. In the classrooms that means I’m picking up hair balls and lint during floor work, which is just gross. Most studios require students to remove shoes upon entrance to keep floors clean and wear socks at all times for hygiene purposes. UNlike other studios, these guys don’t appear to sweep or vacuum much. The entry area where shoes are kept was covered in leaves and other lint and debris. So to access my shoes back, I have to walk through your leafy floor, transferring the debris onto my socks, which then gets transferred into my shoes and — when I take my shoes off at home — onto my floor at home.
It’s gross and it’s rude. Pick up a vacuum.
As for instructors, Kassandra is awesome — I’ve never been so worn out from a barre class! Susan B is also good and keeps the tempo going. Ryan moves at a slower pace but gives specific instructions on form that can be helpful for newbies. I have only tried one class with Laurel but it was so bad I won’t give it another go – she seemed more interested in her playlist than being an instructor; she didn’t keep regular count or her count was off tempo to the music; the music was so loud I couldn’t really hear what instructions she did provide; the class was just generally chaotic and disorganized.

I have been here 5 times now (through classpass; I have had it two months in case you’re wondering how it’s been 5 times) and have had all great experiences. The first time I came, they took the time to show me around the studio; which is clean and open. Then they made sure that I knew what was going on. Each class they have continued to help me when I can’t seem to get the form correct. They’ll walk around and help me without drawing attention, I really appreciate how they don’t get frustrated when I keep messing up and they’ll keep coming back over to help instead of just giving up on me. They have all been great motivators to. That being said, once my classpass is done I’d like to join. Hoping that they change the morning 5:45 am class to 5:30 though!

Feel like this is my home away from home! Love this place! Instructors are great, environment is inviting and welcoming and the people there are all super nice. Plus, it’s in a great location. Classes are really a great workout. I recommend this place to all of my friends over Bar!

The Dailey Method is amazing! Tami, the owner, is one of the best teachers, she is so positive and upbeat, but challenges and motivates you to push yourself. I’ve found every teacher to be great at correcting poses, coaching newbies, and providing motivation. They also do a lot of events — whether for charity or just to strengthen local business and the community.
While the general premise is similar to other barre classes, I’ve found the Dailey Method to be the best, without comparison. While there are four main parts of the body they you work (legs, arms, seat, and core (all class)), they mix it up every class — both with the music and the flow. The diversity keeps you on your toes (no pun intended) and keeps your body challenged.
I’ll take the Dailey Method over any other barre class any day!

i really love the dailey method. their facilities are amazing, their instructors are all wonderful.
i shied away from barre because i am not a dancer type, and thought it would be too simple for me. but decided to try it on a whim. oh man, im glad i did. i also have tried 3 other barre chains, and dailey is by far the best for fitness AND general wellness. the classes are challenging and enjoyable at the same time.
the only thing i dislike about it is the price, but if/​when i can afford it regularly, i will be there will bells on because this workout and location are both great!
tip: if driving, you can find free, non-​permit, non-​metered parking on st. paul!

I love the Dailey Method!
I find that their barre classes are harder than those at Pure Barre. The instructors here are generally very good at correcting your form. I like that they offer tons of modifications for those who have varying levels of experience. I never feel like I’m being berated for doing something wrong and the instructors are all so helpful and friendly.
The studio is also a very bright and welcoming place. They have showers, hairdryers, rubberbands, towels — everything that you need!

I’ve tried Barre workouts at a lot of different places. This place is the best and the biggest reason is this: the classes are not scripted. Pure Barre and Bar Method have scripted classes and it’s as if the instructors are forced to memorize a routine and spout it out. They get no freedom to contribute their own personal style to the class. It feels like the exact same workout every time you go in. I can get that at home with a video. At the Dailey Method, the instructors teach their own class and it’s a different workout every time you go in. Plus, the place is immaculate and they have lockers.

After being a runner for over 5 years, I had always wanted to do more with strength and toning but never learned how to do weights at a gym (and I’ve always been a little intimidated by that section at the gym…) Que: the dailey method. I went to my first class 2 years ago and within 3 months of going regularly my body had changed in so many positive ways, and after doing it for 4 xs/​week for about over year, I ran the Chicago Marathon and beat my best time by 27 minutes! It’s all because of the strength I got from the DM.
Sadly I’ve moved from the neighborhood and I’m not able to get here as often. I’ve tried all the other barre classes in the city and none of them really compare. TDM is the only class in the city where they really focus on form and make sure you’re doing everything correctly, and you still feel like you had a good workout. Tami and her team are amazing, TDM is worth every penny.

One of my favorite places in the neighborhood! I have been going on and off for a couple years and love it here. It’s very clean and bright and everyone is so friendly. If you are new, I recommend Katie O’s beginner class. She is the best. I always feel better after going here, even if I’ve just gotten my butt kicked. The teachers are really good about correctly your posture. They all have a little bit different style and every single class is different, which is great because I get bored. I am not flexible at all, but don’t ever feel like that’s an issue — when I go regularly, I can feel myself getting stronger and more flexible. The only thing I don’t like is that it’s so popular, a lot of the weekend classes are packed to the gills.
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I’ll start off by saying I have a years worth of experience grouponing my way across the city to yoga studios. I’ve done Pilates, bikram, Hatha, vinyasa, and run a half marathon. That being said I’m still a pretty weak lady. My friend took me to a class-​first one is free & burn burn burn my thighs burned. It was really intense and when I left I really felt great.
Some things that were good was the staff was very friendly, greeted us and helped me around.
However, if I wasn’t with someone I would have been completely confused throughout. The seating is odd & I ended up right in front of the mirror! No! I’m no example. Then the instructions were very hard to follow. I’m used to listening to adjustments, especially bikram, and I had to keep looking around! I had no clue what to do, the microphone throws me off. Then it added some really quick yoga poses in between! Just small odd moments threw me. Each class is really different too.
Also I know I know I should not do it but I was the chubbiest gal in there. I’ve read reviews that said its people of all sizes but I’ve gone a bunch and nope nope nope.
Also I do not recommend for exercise newbies! This workout is tough. But as others have said I really don’t think this should be all you do. It really would get boring. Spread your wings elsewhere. I also bought a DVD for 20 $ for home, just as good. I stick a real class in here and there. I’m a poor little teacher there’s no way I can pay for these classes weekly! OMG pricey! $$ I’ll stick to my groupon yoga classes.

I have to say I’m a workout junkie, marathons, bootcamps, bikram yoga, you name it. Whenever there are fitness of new forms, I’d jump on them and hop in between. Until I found Dailey Method.
When I was pregnant with our first baby, and was looking for the ways to keep up with my fitness level (and to prevent butt and thighs from getting too big too quickly), I felt lucky I found DM. Having been part of many other barre studios in Chicago and New York, I find Dailey the best in many terms.
Variety, first of all, has been why I jump in between different workout forms to begin with. And Dailey certainly puts an end to my hopping because the classes are never the same (even though they only have three types of classes — Mixed, Dailey +, and Dailey Interval). Your various muscle groups are constantly surprised by different moves, so you always walk into a class wondering what’s new today. I went to mixed classes through out my pregnancy, and more advanced classes afterwards, both perfectly challenging to my different needs.
The instructors really take the effort articulating the perfect forms to help you find the deepest muscle engagement. Small adjustment from the instructors gives me «ouch» sometimes, but also the oh-man-that’s-what-I-was-looking-for goodness. Almost all of instructors have extensive dance and/​or fitness background, so their forms and figures are just inspiring.
Lastly, the kids and infants care is nice and convenient. My now four-​month-​old is patiently cared and cuddled, and is always calm when I walk in after class. I finally find myself a good workout where I can relax, get my butt kicked, and see the results emerge.

I just finished my 30 day new client membership and I am OBSESSED with the Dailey Method!!! I ended up going 24 times in the past 30 days. I signed up for TDM when my son was four months old because I decided that I needed to do something to tone and get back into shape.
Before I get into the review I should preface it by saying that before taking this class I have NEVER taken a yoga or Pilates class — my preferred forms of exercise are spinning, boxing, or TRX. The first class was very challenging — I constantly took breaks throughout the class — but now 4 week latter I am much stronger and I find myself taking fewer of the modifications. I can now hold the plank for 60 seconds (which during my first class seemed like an eternity!). My thighs are finally getting smaller, my arms are more toned and my abs are much flatter. And most importantly — I can fit into my pre-​baby clothes :) and people are always complementing me on how I don’t even look like I have a five month old son.
The instructors are very knowledgeable and will help you with your form. I am really glad a friend of mine convinced me to try out this class! Also — for the moms out there — TDM offers childcare and Kassondra is great!
I will definitely become a regular at TDM and can’t say enough good things about the classes.

I heard about TDM by word of mouth. My first experience at The Dailey Method Bucktown was welcoming and helpful. Natalia gave me a tour of the facilities after I checked in. The first class that I booked was Principles level since I was new to TDM. I’ve done barre classes before, but Principles is a good introduction to The Dailey Method as it focused on my form first with the option to then add movement if I felt comfortable. I have attended a handful of Mixed level classes now, and the instructors give modifications for the workout so I can challenge myself further. There are also modifications for pregnant or injured women, which is great. TDM is definitely a challenging workout even without the more difficult modifications!
The instructors are fun and helpful — they come up to me and correct my form as needed so that I can maximize my workout. TDM is highly enjoyable. I like the workout playlists a lot! The music tempo goes with the flow of the workouts and makes it more fun. I’m always able to reserve a spot in classs, so capacity is fine.
I can understand why some reviews say TDM is pricey at $ 20 a pop, but I agree that the price is worth it because (1) I am paying for the class AND the facility. In my experience, classes priced at $ 15 are typically at a studio that doesn’t have lockers… or any locker room/​changing area at all. So there is a convenience factor in the price, which is great for me. (2) The cost of a class doesn’t feel overpriced when I’m having fun. I walk out of there feeling great every time! :)

Let me preface this by stating:
— I have no flexibility
— I have no coordination
— I am terrible at group exercise…
That being said, a friend and I visited the Daily Method for our trial memberships (first timers!) and we really enjoyed ourselves.
We were greeted warmly and shown around upon our arrival. Everyone was very nice and helpful. I’ve taken a few group classes before, and I usually feel shunned or stressed out as a newcomer — not so here!
Emily was our instructor and she was really sweet and helpful — never making me feel badly for not being able to do everything perfectly. I enjoyed all of the class, though I was a bit sore afterwards and seemed to lose all control of my arms…
I’m going back — hopefully tomorrow — and I’m going to keep on trucking through the 30 days and hope this is as fun for the next 29 days as it was the first visit!
Maybe more to come…

Well, this class was interesting — but in a good way! Part of the class felt like immense torture, but I somehow enjoyed it. Is that wrong?
First things first — the studio is located above the Marc Jacobs store on Damen, so you have to buzz yourself in and then walk up like 3 flights of stairs. (Walking down those stairs proved to be painful after class.)
When my friend and I entered the studio, it actually felt more like a spa than an exercise facility. Hardwood floors, sunshine beaming through the windows, fresh flowers… hello zen. As first-​timers, the friendly front desk employee made us fill out liability waivers and then gave us a tour of the studio.
The studio has a lovely locker room — complete with lockers (and free locks!), 3 showers, towels, shampoo, lotion, hair dryers, etc. Oh, and there’s childcare! How convenient for those who need it. Plus, our instructor, Emily., hooked me up with a free mini bottle of water because I forgot mine. Yay for freebies.
Alright, on to the actual Basics class…
As soon as you get into the room, grab a strap, two weights (we used 2lbs) and secure your place at the barre. The class starts off with everyone doing floor work… you eventually use your weights, but could put them down if it’s too much for you. (Luckily, I found a spot on the floor where I couldn’t see myself in the mirror, so I was very pleased with that decision.)
You then move on to do barre work… and that’s when you feel like dying. Yes, the moves are small and controlled, but they HURT, especially if you have to hold yourself in a position for like 90 seconds.
Emily was very encouraging, cheery and funny — an overall great instructor for the newbies. She demonstrated all the poses in a way that it was easy for us to follow along! I also really liked the fact that she would go around to everyone and adjust your body, pose, etc! She played some good music during class (a la Drake’s ‘Best I Ever Had’).
FYI:
— My friend might have suffered some rug burn after some of the planks/​push-​ups we had to do, so consider wearing long sleeves if that is one of your concerns.
–Socks are a requirement. Dailey Method sells their own socks with grips on the bottom of them (which are actually helpful when holding planks or putting your foot on the barre).
–Individual classes are kinda pricey at $ 20. (Of course, they offer class packs and monthly memberships.) Definitely worth it to try it out!

I’ve tried Bar Method after so many people have raved about the results but never really got into the groove of Bar Method. I’ve also tried a similar class at Exhale but still wasn’t really into it. I tried out Dailey Method and finally started to see what all the hype was about.
The studio is beautiful, clean, and modern. I don’t have kids but this is one of the first places I’ve ever worked out at that has a child care option for parents. The locker rooms are super clean and stocked with towels and essentials. It was convenient having locks on the lockers (which were super nice bamboo lockers).
Everyone was super nice and friendly and I enjoyed the two classes I tried there. I was sore after my first class and I was pretty much dying in my second class– which is saying a lot since I’m a Yoga Sculpt instructor myself. Crazy core and calf work! It’s a nice change to my usual workout since there’s such a small range of motion with the weights and high repetition in each of the workouts. I’ll be coming back again soon.

I’ve taken the Dailey Method in many different cities, but just got around to trying it in my own hometown recently thanks to a Bump Club Chicago event. A dozen or so pregnant women stretching, squatting, bending, etc. Oh, what a sight!
Tami, the owner of Dailey Method used to teach Exhale’s Core Fusion class. Before class she told us a few stories of people who have taken Dailey Method classes while pregnant and got their baby out with 3 pushes and no tearing. If that’s true I might just have to take these classes «daily.»
The class was a bit easier than some of the classes I’ve taken at other Dailey Methods in San Francisco, Scottsdale, etc… but Tami mentioned she made it slightly easier for us pregnos. Regardless I still felt like I got a pretty good workout. I have plans to sign up for a weekly basics class for the duration of my pregnancy and may just update my review to 5 stars if I really get this baby out in 3 pushes.